Kids and Family Events in Brisbane and South East Queensland

Find the best family events happening in Brisbane and South East Queensland. From free community events and school holiday activities to festivals, markets and live shows — updated regularly so you never miss a thing.

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Summer Reading Club- City of Moreton Bay

Various Moreton Bay Libraries and Venues

Pack your books, load up your imagination and get ready for a literary adventure this summer! City of Moreton Bay’s Summer Reading Club is back from 1 December to 31 […]

Cloudy with a Chance of Art @ HOTA

HOTA 135 Bundall Rd,  Surfers Paradise

Cloudy with a Chance of Art @ HOTA Visitors to the Gold Coast this summer can step into a world of imagination at Cloudy with a Chance of Art at […]

Ocean Sentinels: Inspiring change through art exhibition @ Bribie

Bribie Island Seaside Museum South Esplanade, Bongaree, Bribie Island

Ocean Sentinels: Inspiring change through art exhibition @ Bribie Brisbane Kids and their families can dive into creativity and conservation these summer holidays with Ocean Sentinels, an inspiring art exhibition […]

Imaginariums @ Moreton Bay Museums

Various Moreton Bay Galleries and Museums Qld

Imaginariums @ Moreton Bay Museums Explore intergenerational activities and immersive experiences that will ignite your imagination. Imaginariums are perfect for all ages. They offer hands-on fun and learning through creative […]

Redlands Coast Christmas Trail

various locations across Redlands Queensland

Redlands Coast Christmas Trail Christmas is coming to Redlands Coast, bringing plenty of holiday cheer for everyone. From spectacular lighting displays and creative activities to family-friendly experiences, the region is […]

IAG Kids: Move it

Ipswich Art Gallery d’Arcy Doyle Place, Corner Limestone and Nicholas Streets, Ipswich

IAG Kids: Move it DATE EXTENDED! Due to popular demand we are keeping MOVE IT open a bit longer! This summer, IAG Kids presents a brand-new hands-on exhibition, Move It. […]

The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition

QAGOMA Stanley Place, South Bank

The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition Families are invited to explore The God of Small Things: Faith and Popular Culture, a fascinating exhibition at QAGOMA that […]

Yield exhibition @ Caboolture Regional Art Gallery

Caboolture Regional Art Gallery 4 Hasking St, Caboolture

Yield exhibition @ Caboolture Regional Art Gallery Yield at Caboolture Regional Art Gallery invites visitors of all ages to explore Australia’s agricultural history through contemporary artworks by local, national and […]

Wynnum Wonderland Twilight Markets

Wynnum Wonderland Twilight Markets
Augathella Spiegeltent 166 Bay Terrace, Wynnum

Wynnum Wonderland Twilight Markets Wynnum will come alive on Friday and Saturday nights throughout December with the launch of the Wynnum Wonderland Twilight Markets. As part of the Wynnum Wonderland […]

Brisbane City Hall Lights

King George Sqaure Adelaide St, Brisbane City

Brisbane City Hall Lights Experience the magic of Christmas as Brisbane’s iconic City Hall comes alive with dazzling visuals, festive sounds, and a heartwarming story for the whole family to […]

Free

South Bank’s Giant Elves

South Bank South Bank, Brisbane

South Bank’s Giant Elves South Bank’s Giant Elves return for the festive season, bringing a touch of North Pole magic to Brisbane. Ten oversized elves have arrived in the parklands, […]

Christmas Lights – Celebration in the Park

Little Bayside Park Manly Harbour Village, Corner Cambridge & Esplanade, Manly

Christmas Lights – Celebration in the Park Join us for a magical, family-friendly evening under the stars as we celebrate the festive season together! 🎅 Santa will be making a […]

Free

Aura Community Christmas

Baringa State Primary School 22 Edwards Terrace, Baringa

Aura Community Christmas 2025 It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The second annual Aura Community Christmas, hosted by Baringa State Primary School, is just around the corner. Guests […]

Free

Tugun Lights Up

Tugun Lights Up for Christmas 5 Toolona St, Tugun

Tugun Lights Up 2025 Tugun Lights Up is back for its thirteenth annual celebration, inviting everyone to light up the night in this vibrant community event. Visitors can enjoy a […]

Free

Forest Lake Christmas Carols

Forest Lake State School Kauri Place, Forest Lake

Forest Lake Christmas Carols 2025 Forest Lake Christmas Carols invites families and friends to enjoy a magical evening under the stars, filled with festive fun and community spirit. The event […]

Free

Samford Christmas in the Village

samford Village Main Street, SAmford Village

Samford Christmas in the Village 2025 Follow the twinkling lights to the Samford Progress Christmas in the Village Community Street Festival. This volunteer-run, not-for-profit event celebrates the festive season and […]

Free

Murrumba Christmas Spectacular

John Oxley Reserve Ogg Road, Murrumba Downs

Murrumba Christmas Spectacular The Murrumba Christmas Spectacular will once again bring festive cheer to John Oxley Reserve, filling the air with the sweet sounds of Christmas carols and the joy […]

Free

Beachmere Xmas Bazaar & Community Carols

Clayton Park Moreton Terrace, Beachmere

Beachmere Xmas Bazaar & Community Carols Celebrate the festive season at the Beachmere Bazaar, a free community event packed with music, market stalls, and fun activities for the whole family. […]

Free

City of Logan Christmas Carols

Griffith University Logan Campus 68 University Drive, Meadowbrook

City of Logan Christmas Carols 2025 The City of Logan Christmas Carols returns as the region’s biggest annual festive celebration, bringing the community together to share in the magic and […]

Unique Collective Indoor Market – CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

Laidley Cultural Centre 3 Laidley-Plainland Road, Laidley

Unique Collective Indoor Market - CHRISTMAS SPECIAL The Unique Collective Indoor Market brings together creativity, community, and charm under one roof, offering a vibrant showcase of stalls designed to delight […]

Christmas Carols + Markets @ Aspley Hornets

Aspley Hornets 50 Graham Rd , Carseldine

Christmas Carols + Markets @ Aspley Hornets The annual Christmas Carols and Markets are returning to Aspley, presented in collaboration with Aspley Rotary and proudly sponsored by Ray White Aspley […]

The Hills Community Carols

George Willmore Park 52 Ferny Way, Ferny Hills QLD 4055, QLD

The Hills Community Carols 2025 George Willmore Park will host a magical community Christmas celebration, bringing families and friends together to enjoy the spirit of the festive season. The evening […]

Christmas at Frascott

Frascott Park Varsity Lakes 34A Frascott Avenue, Varsity Lakes

Christmas at Frascott Christmas at Frascott offers free festive fun for the whole family in Varsity Lakes. The celebration begins with market stalls, trackless train rides, children’s entertainment, food trucks […]

Movies Under the Stars – Elliott the Littlest Reindeer

Lionel Perry Park 52 Peninsular Drive, Surfers Paradise

Movies Under the Stars – Elliott the Littlest Reindeer As the sun sets over Surfers Paradise, families are invited to bring their picnic blankets, settle in, and enjoy a magical […]

Fitzgibbon Christmas Market

Fitzgibbon Community Centre 545 Roghan Road, Fitzgibbon

Fitzgibbon Christmas Market The Fitzgibbon Christmas Market brings festive cheer to the neighbourhood with a lively community event full of seasonal spirit. Local stallholders will offer a variety of gifts […]

Simultaneous livestream at Roma Street Parkland

Roma Street Parklands Amphitheatre Roma Street Parklands Amphitheatre, Southbank, Brisbane, Brisbane

Lord Mayors Simultaneous livestream at Roma Street Parkland The Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols will be livestreamed into Roma Street Parkland, giving more families the chance to enjoy the festive magic […]

Newport Christmas Pop-Up Market

Endeavour Park Endeavour Esplanade, Scarborough

Newport Christmas Pop-Up Market The Newport Christmas Pop-Up Market brings festive cheer to the waterfront with a vibrant mix of stalls, delicious food and family-friendly fun. Visitors can browse handmade […]

Yarrabilba Christmas Carols

San Damiano College oval, Yarrabilba 980-1040 Yarrabilba Drive, Yarrabilba

Yarrabilba Christmas Carols 2025 Yarrabilba Christmas Carols invites families, friends, and the wider community to come together for a magical evening filled with festive cheer. This free event offers a […]

Banyo Community Christmas Carols

Banyo Memorial Park 300 St Vincents Road, Banyo

Banyo Community Christmas Carols 2025 Banyo and the surrounding districts come together each year for this much-loved community carols event, filling the area with Christmas music, festive cheer and family-friendly […]

IndigiScapes Eco Market

IndigiScapes, Capalaba Redlands IndigiScapes Centre, 17 Runnymede Rd, Capalaba. Onsite parking available, Redlands

IndigiScapes Eco Market Kick off the school holidays with a relaxed family morning at IndigiScapes’ open-air, eco-friendly markets set among beautiful native botanic gardens. Families can wander the market lane […]

Hands of Hope Christmas Fest

Unidus Community Centre at 204 Sherbrooke Rd, Willawong 204 Sherbrooke Rd,, willawong +1 more

Hands of Hope Christmas Fest Hands of Hope’s much-loved Christmas Fest returns for another year of community celebration and festive fun. Since 1998, this flagship event has brought Christmas cheer […]

Christmas in the Park @ Shoreline

Jingeri Park, 9 Jingeri Street, Redland Bay 9 Jingeri Street, Redland Bay

Christmas in the Park @ Shoreline Christmas in the Park @ Shoreline brings a festive community celebration to Jingeri Park in Redland Bay. Families, friends, and even furry companions are […]

Wynnum Wonderland Twilight Markets

Wynnum Wonderland Twilight Markets
Augathella Spiegeltent 166 Bay Terrace, Wynnum

Wynnum Wonderland Twilight Markets Wynnum will come alive on Friday and Saturday nights throughout December with the launch of the Wynnum Wonderland Twilight Markets. As part of the Wynnum Wonderland […]

Hands of Hope Christmas Fest

Unidus Community Centre at 204 Sherbrooke Rd, Willawong 204 Sherbrooke Rd,, willawong +1 more

Hands of Hope Christmas Fest Hands of Hope’s much-loved Christmas Fest returns for another year of community celebration and festive fun. Since 1998, this flagship event has brought Christmas cheer […]

Wynnum Wonderland Twilight Markets

Wynnum Wonderland Twilight Markets
Augathella Spiegeltent 166 Bay Terrace, Wynnum

Wynnum Wonderland Twilight Markets Wynnum will come alive on Friday and Saturday nights throughout December with the launch of the Wynnum Wonderland Twilight Markets. As part of the Wynnum Wonderland […]

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